About this role
Job summary
Why join us?
- A supportive and enthusiastic team dedicated to continual improvement.
- 4-6 sessions per week (with flexibility for more or less sessions for the right candidate).
- An effective, profitable practice with an eye on long-term sustainability.
- A welcoming, collaborative environment where your ideas will be valued.
- Enjoy living and working in the largest urban area in North Wales which boasts many amenities and recreation opportunities with easy access to the North Wales Coast and Snowdonia in Wales as well as the historical English cities of Chester, Liverpool, and Manchester.
- Be part of a practice that honours the traditional values of family medicine while embracing modern healthcare innovations.
- The opportunity to shape the future direction of an established surgery that is committed to development and innovation.
- We are a genuinely family-friendly practice with a flexible approach to annual leave, including the ability for partners to take time off during school holidays where needed.
- Sustainable workload, with 15-minute consultations, a maximum of 22 patient contacts per day, and protected time for administration to support safe, high-quality care.
- Home visits are kept to a manageable level, primarily for care home residents and housebound patients with significant clinical need.
Main duties of the job
Diagnosing and treating common illnesses such as infections, minor injuries, skin conditions, and chronic diseases.
Managing long-term conditions like Diabetes, Asthma, and high blood pressure.
Performing health checks and preventive care, including vaccinations, screening, and lifestyle advice.
Prescribing medications and reviewing patients' medicines to ensure they are safe and effective.
Referring patients to specialists or hospitals when more advanced care is needed.
Providing mental health support by assessing conditions such as anxiety and depression and arranging appropriate treatment or referrals.
Carrying out minor procedures, such as wound care, joint injections, or removing small skin lesions (depending on the practice).
Maintaining accurate medical records and ensuring patient confidentiality.
Coordinating patient care with nurses, pharmacists, hospitals, and other healthcare professionals.
Offering health education on topics such as diet, exercise, smoking cessation, and disease prevention.
Reviewing and acting on patient blood test results.
Working with other partners to make sound business decisions in the short and long term for the practice.
About us
GP Partnership Opportunity
Location: Caia Park Surgery, Caia Park Health Centre, Prince Charles Road, Wrexham, LL13 8TH
We are a well-established practice serving a list size of approximately (4600) patients in an urban location just outside Wrexham City Centre. Caia Park is a vibrant and diverse community on the edge of Wrexham city centre. The area is currently benefiting from significant investment and offers a unique opportunity for a GP to make a lasting impact on population health. The community enjoys extensive green spaces, good-quality housing and a strong network of local organisations, including the well-established Caia Park Community Hub, with which the practice is co-located.
Enjoy living and working in the largest urban area in North Wales which boasts many amenities and recreation opportunities with easy access to the North Wales Coast and Snowdonia in Wales as well as the historical English cities of Chester, Liverpool, and Manchester.
This vacancy arises due to the forthcoming retirement of the Senior Partner.
What we offer:
- A supportive and enthusiastic team dedicated to continual improvement.
- 4-6 sessions per week (with flexibility for more or less sessions for the right candidate).
- An effective, profitable practice with an eye on long-term sustainability.
- A welcoming, collaborative environment where your ideas will be valued.
Job description Job responsibilities
Key Responsibilities:
Assess, diagnose, and treat acute and chronic illnesses.
Conduct physical examinations and order or interpret diagnostic tests.
Prescribe medications and monitor treatment effectiveness.
Manage long-term conditions such as Diabetes, Hypertension, and Asthma.
Provide preventive healthcare, including vaccinations, health screening, and lifestyle advice.
Offer mental health assessment, treatment, and referrals where appropriate.
Refer patients to specialists, hospitals, or community healthcare services when required.
Perform minor medical procedures within the scope of general practice.
Maintain accurate, confidential patient records and comply with legal and ethical standards.
Work collaboratively with nurses, pharmacists, and other healthcare professionals to deliver coordinated patient care.
Working with other partners to make efficient and robust clinical and business decisions.
Required Skills and Qualities:
Excellent clinical assessment and diagnostic skills.
Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
Compassion, empathy, and professionalism.
Effective decision-making and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work under pressure and manage a varied workload.
Strong organisational and time management skills.
Commitment to continuous professional development and evidence-based practice.
Qualifications:
Medical degree (e.g., MRCGP,MBBS, MBChB, or equivalent).
Completion of postgraduate GP training.
Registration and licence to practise with the relevant medical regulatory body (such as the General Medical Council in the UK).
Registration with with BCUHB GP register
Person Specification
Experience Essential
Experience Working in GP surgery
Desirable
Experience of Working in GP Practice
Qualifications Essential
MRCGP / MBBS Degree Postgraduate GP training
Desirable
Experience using Emis Web
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name GP Practice in Wales
Address Caia Park Health Centre
Prince Charles Road
WREXHAM
Clwyd
LL13 8TH
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://gpwales.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)